Certified Early Childhood Special Education Coordinator

Position Posting:Early Childhood Special Education Coordinator

Qualifications:

• Nebraska Teaching Certificate with proper endorsement in Special Education
• See job description below

Employment:StartJuly 2026. Position is 1.0 FTE Extended contract of 20 days.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary placement is based on experience and education and is according to the 2026-27 salary schedule which is pending finalization.
• District offers health and dental insurance and contributes to health insurance upon enrollment.
• NewCertified staff members are offered a one-time salary advance opportunity to increase their August paycheck. We want to assist in all ways possible through the transition into the teaching profession.
• 4 Personal Days per year
• 9 Sick Days per year with additional days available via an FEA-managed Sick Leave Bank
• 5 Bereavement Days per year
• Membership in the Nebraska Public Employee Retirement System
• District-paid long term disability
• District-paid $10000 life insurance policy
• Perfect attendance bonus opportunities
• Additional benefits offered at employee expense include: vision insurance additional voluntary life insurance tax-sheltered annuities (403b) flexible spending accounts and supplemental policies via AFLAC and Colonial Life such as short term disability accident insurance group cancer insurance and hospitalization/critical illness insurance.

FPS is a diverse forward-thinking Class A district located just 25 minutes northwest of Omaha and 45 minutes north of Lincoln. We offer a small town atmosphere and big city opportunities. Learn more about us at values professional growth and supports a NewCertified Staff Mentorship Program and Professional Learning Communities.

Reports To: Director of Special Education and Building Administrator(s)

Applications Will Be Accepted Through:Open Until Filled

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FREMONT PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

It is the policy of Fremont Public Schools to not discriminate on the basis of sex disability race color religion veteran status national or ethnic origin age marital status pregnancy childbirth or related medical condition or other protected status in its educational programs admission policies employment policies or other administered programs. Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Superintendent.

DEPARTMENT: Special Education

JOB TITLE: Early Childhood Special Education Coordinator

REQUIREMENTS:

Education Level:

• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree Preferred

Certification/Licensure:

• Nebraska Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsement in Special Education

Experience Desired:

• Minimum of three years successful teaching experience in special education
• Experience in curriculum development program coordination or instructional leadership
• Experience providing professional learning and coaching support to adult learners and educational staff

Other Requirements:

• Knowledge of federal state and local policies/regulations pertaining to early childhood programs pedagogy inclusive practices and developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Possess strong communication collaboration and organizational skills
• Ability to function in a highly professional manner

REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The essential functions of each employees position includes (1) regular dependable in-person attendance on the job; (2) the ability to perform the identified tasks and to possess and utilize the identified knowledge skills and abilities and to perform the identified work activities; and (3) the ability to perform the physical requirements of their specific job description.

Basic:

The Early Childhood Coordinator assists in the development implementation and monitoring of early childhood programs (birth through age five). This role ensures high-quality equitable early learning experiences; coordinates curriculum and instructional practices; facilitates collaboration among staff families and community partners; and advances continuous program improvement in alignment with district goals and state early childhood standards.

Frequent:

1. Collaborates with district administrators to provide leadership regarding federal state and local policies/regulations relating to the provision of early intervention and special education services for students with disabilities
2. Assists district and school administrators in the oversight and implementation of early intervention and preschool programs
3. Assists staff with the identification and implementation of research-based instructional interventions service delivery models specialized materials and other appropriate supports for students with disabilities to enable them to progress in the District adopted curriculum and meet district and state standards
4. Coordinates and provides coaching and professional learning to early childhood and special education teachers and support staff
5. Assists in the preparation of federal state and local reports under the direction of the Director of Special Education
6. Engages with families during problem solving efforts to ensure the provision of appropriate early intervention and special education services
7. Assumes other duties as deemed necessary and appropriate by the administration

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

OTHER REQUIREMENTS (Intellectual Sensory): Visual and auditory acuity for proper supervisory functions skills in written and oral communication and skills in human relations

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. Inside Outside Both: Inside
2. Climatic Environment: Primary work environment is a heated/air conditioned office and building. At times work environment may not be air conditioned.
3. Hazards: Exposure to communicable diseases office classroom building furniture and off-campus sites buildings and equipment.

Required Experience:

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